Top 10 Islands and Beaches in China: The Complete 2026 Guide

The cab driver in Sanya looked at me like I’d lost my mind. “You came all the way from Beijing… for beach?” he asked, half-laughing, half-genuinely confused. I was soaked in sweat, my bag was digging into my shoulder, and the air smelled like grilled squid and diesel fumes. I just nodded and pointed at the road ahead. He shrugged and hit the gas.

That was my first trip to a Chinese beach, seven years ago. I’ve made a lot of mistakes since then. I’ve shown up during typhoon season. I’ve paid ¥200 for a sunbed that should have cost ¥50. I’ve stood on empty shores in February, wind whipping my face, wondering why the guidebooks lied. But I’ve also found places that genuinely surprised me—quiet coves where the water was clear enough to see your toes, islands where the only sound was waves and wind, fishing villages where nobody spoke English but everyone smiled and waved you over for tea.

China has 18,000 kilometers of coastline and more than 5,000 islands. Most tourists never see them. They go to Shanghai, Beijing, Xi’an, and leave. That’s a shame. This list is for the traveler who wants to see a different side of China—the side with sand between your toes, salt on your skin, and a cold Tsingtao in your hand. I’ve been to every place on this list at least once, most of them twice. I’ve missed ferries, eaten questionable street food, and paid too much for snorkel gear so you don’t have to.

Here are ten islands and beaches worth the trip.

The Short Version

Skip Sanya’s main beaches—they’re crowded, expensive, and full of resorts that look like they were built by the same architect. Go to Wuzhizhou Island instead. If you only have time for one beach destination, pick Weizhou Island near Beihai. If you want something weird and beautiful, go to the volcanic black sand beaches of Hainan’s west coast. Avoid July and August unless you like crowds, rain, and paying double for everything.

How I Picked These

I spent three months over the past two years traveling China’s coastline, from the cold beaches of Dalian in the north to the tropical waters of Sanya in the south. I took ferries, buses, and one terrifying speedboat that I’m pretty sure had a hole in the hull. I talked to local fishermen, hostel owners, and a guy in Weizhou who sold me the best grilled squid I’ve ever eaten and then told me which beaches the tour buses don’t go to. I eliminated any place that required a multi-day boat trip (sorry, Paracel Islands) or was essentially a construction site pretending to be a resort. These ten are the ones I’d send my own friends to.

Comparison Table

Rank	Place	Best For	Approx Cost (USD)	Time Needed	When to Go
1	Weizhou Island	Authentic island life, snorkeling	$40-60/day ($280-420 CNY)	2-3 days	April-May, October-November
2	Wuzhizhou Island	Clear water, water sports	$50-80/day ($350-560 CNY)	1-2 days	March-May, September-November
3	Yalong Bay, Sanya	Resort beach, calm swimming	$30-60/day ($210-420 CNY)	1-2 days	November-March
4	Gulangyu Island, Xiamen	Walking, colonial architecture	$20-40/day ($140-280 CNY)	1 day	October-December, March-April
5	Yalong Bay Tropical Paradise Forest Park	Views, hiking above the beach	$25-35 ($175-245 CNY)	Half day	November-March
6	Haitang Bay, Sanya	Luxury resorts, quiet beach	$40-100/day ($280-700 CNY)	2-3 days	November-April
7	Shilaoren Beach, Qingdao	City beach, beer culture	$15-30/day ($105-210 CNY)	1 day	June-September
8	Silver Beach, Beihai	Soft sand, cheap seafood	$20-35/day ($140-245 CNY)	1-2 days	April-October
9	Fenjiezhou Island	Diving, less crowded	$35-55/day ($245-385 CNY)	1 day	March-May, October-November
10	Tianya Haijiao, Sanya	Sunset, cultural landmark	$15 ($105 CNY)	2-3 hours	November-March

1. Weizhou Island — The One That Feels Like Real China

I sat on a plastic stool outside a seafood stall, eating grilled squid that had been swimming three hours earlier, watching an old man fix his fishing net while his grandson kicked a soccer ball on the sand. A stray dog slept under the table. Nobody was in a hurry. This is Weizhou.

It’s a volcanic island about an hour by ferry from Beihai, in Guangxi province. The main town is scruffy and real—no fancy resorts, just family-run guesthouses and restaurants where the menu is whatever the boats brought in that morning. The beaches aren’t postcard-perfect, but the water is clear enough for snorkeling, and the volcanic rock formations along the coast are genuinely dramatic. There’s a Catholic church built by French missionaries in the 19th century that still holds services. The south side of the island has a few quiet coves where you can swim without anyone else around.

📍 Beihai, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region
🎫 Free to enter the island. Ferry round-trip: $15-20 (105-140 CNY). Snorkeling gear rental: $5-8 (35-56 CNY)
🕐 Ferries run 8:00-16:00, approximately every 2 hours. Check the schedule the day before—it changes with weather
🚆 Take a high-speed train to Beihai Station. From there, take a taxi (20 minutes, $5-7 / 35-49 CNY) to Beihai International Passenger Port. Ferries to Weizhou take 70-110 minutes depending on the boat
⏰ Visit October-November or April-May. Avoid Chinese national holidays (first week of October, May Day) when the island fills up
💡 Insider tips: Rent an electric scooter for $8-10/day (56-70 CNY) to explore the island—it’s 25km around. The best snorkeling is at the south end, near the volcanic rock formations. Bring cash—ATMs are unreliable. Eat at the night market near the main pier, not at the sit-down restaurants facing the water. The church is free to enter but closes 12:00-14:00 for lunch. Buy your return ferry ticket as soon as you arrive—they sell out
I met a retired fisherman named Uncle Chen who showed me how to spot sea urchins in the tide pools. He didn’t speak a word of English, but we communicated through pointing and laughing for an hour.

2. Wuzhizhou Island — The One With the Clearest Water

The water was so clear I could see the bottom at ten meters. I’m not exaggerating. I stood on the dock and watched schools of fish swim past the pilings like they were showing off. This is the closest thing to a tropical paradise you’ll find in China without flying to the South China Sea.

Wuzhizhou is a small island off the coast of Sanya, in Hainan province. It’s developed—there’s a resort, restaurants, and a full water sports operation—but it’s done well. The snorkeling is excellent, with decent coral and plenty of fish. There’s a trail that circles the island, about an hour’s walk, with viewpoints that look out over the South China Sea. The beach on the north side is the best for swimming; the south side is rockier but quieter.

📍 Haitang Bay area, Sanya, Hainan Province
🎫 Entry + ferry: $25 (175 CNY). Snorkeling package: $40-60 (280-420 CNY). Parasailing: $50 (350 CNY)
🕐 8:00-17:30 (last ferry back at 17:00)
🚆 Take a high-speed train to Sanya Station. Then take a taxi (45 minutes, $15-20 / 105-140 CNY) to Wuzhizhou Island Pier. Or take bus 28 from Sanya city center to the pier (1 hour, $1.50 / 10 CNY)
⏰ Visit March-May or September-November. Weekdays are much quieter. Arrive before 9:00 to avoid the tour groups
💡 Insider tips: Don’t buy the all-inclusive water sports package unless you’re a serious thrill-seeker—you’ll spend most of the day waiting in line. Instead, pick one or two activities. The snorkeling at “Dragon’s Tail” is the best spot. Bring reef-safe sunscreen—the shop on the island charges $15 for a tiny bottle. The resort has a day-use pool that’s free if you eat at their restaurant (overpriced but the view is worth it). The last ferry back is crowded—wait for the second-to-last one instead
I watched a French couple argue for ten minutes about whether the water was “Caribbean-clear” or “just really clear.” It’s not the Caribbean. It’s close enough.

3. Yalong Bay, Sanya — The One Where You Just Relax

I walked the length of Yalong Bay—about 7 kilometers—and counted the number of people trying to sell me something. Zero. That doesn’t sound impressive until you’ve been to any other beach in Sanya, where you can’t sit down without someone offering you a pearl necklace or a jet ski ride.

Yalong Bay is the most developed beach in Sanya, but it’s also the best for just lying on the sand and swimming. The water is calm, the sand is fine and white, and the resorts along the bay have done a decent job of keeping the beach clean and the vendors at a distance. The swimming is safe—no strong currents—and the water stays warm from November to April, which is when the rest of China is freezing.

📍 Yalong Bay National Resort, Sanya, Hainan Province
🎫 Free. Sunbed rental: $10-20 (70-140 CNY). Umbrella: $5-8 (35-56 CNY)
🕐 Open 24 hours, but swimming is safest 8:00-18:00
🚆 Take a high-speed train to Sanya Station. Then take bus 15, 24, or 25 to Yalong Bay (45 minutes, $1 / 7 CNY). Get off at “Yalong Bay Central Square” stop
⏰ Visit November-March for perfect weather. Avoid July-September—it’s hot, humid, and rainy
💡 Insider tips: The public beach access is between the resorts—look for the signs that say “Public Beach Entrance.” The best swimming is in front of the Marriott and Sheraton. Walk to the east end of the bay for quieter spots. The seafood restaurants on the main road are overpriced—walk 200 meters inland to the small streets for better food at half the price. Bring your own towel—rental is $5
A Russian family next to me spent three hours building an elaborate sand castle while their grandmother supervised from a sunbed, shouting instructions in Russian. Nobody understood her. The castle was impressive.

4. Gulangyu Island, Xiamen — The One for Walkers

I got lost on Gulangyu for four hours. It was the best four hours of my trip. The island is a maze of narrow alleyways, colonial-era buildings, and hidden courtyards where bougainvillea spills over walls and cats sleep in the sun. There are no cars—just walking, and the occasional electric cart carrying supplies.

Gulangyu is a 15-minute ferry ride from Xiamen, in Fujian province. It was a foreign settlement in the 19th century, so the architecture is a weird and wonderful mix of European colonial styles—Victorian, Gothic, Art Deco—all tangled up with traditional Fujianese buildings. There are beaches, but they’re small and not the main attraction. The point of Gulangyu is the walking: the alleyways, the old houses, the tiny museums, the piano bars. It’s also famous for its pianos—there’s a Piano Museum, and you’ll hear music drifting from open windows.

📍 Gulangyu Island, Xiamen, Fujian Province
🎫 Free to enter the island. Ferry round-trip: $5-8 (35-56 CNY) from Xiamen’s Dongdu Ferry Terminal. Some attractions charge entry: $3-5 (21-35 CNY) each
🕐 Ferries run 7:10-17:30 (winter) or 7:10-18:30 (summer). Last ferry back is usually around 21:00
🚆 Take a high-speed train to Xiamen Station. Then take the metro to Zhenhai Road Station (Line 1, Exit 3). Walk 10 minutes to Dongdu Ferry Terminal. Or take a taxi ($3-5 / 21-35 CNY)
⏰ Visit October-December or March-April. Avoid weekends and Chinese holidays—the island gets packed. Go on a weekday morning
💡 Insider tips: Don’t take the “tourist ferry” that costs $15—the regular ferry is fine. Walk away from the main shopping street (Longtou Road) immediately—the real Gulangyu is in the side alleys. The Sunlight Rock viewpoint is worth the climb but go early to avoid crowds. Try the “Gulangyu fish balls” from a street stall—they’re nothing like fish balls anywhere else. The Piano Museum closes at 17:00. Bring a map or use an offline app—you will get lost
I found a tiny courtyard with a single piano in the middle, covered by a tarp. An old woman came out and told me it was her husband’s. He died five years ago. She still keeps it there.

5. Yalong Bay Tropical Paradise Forest Park — The One Above the Beach

I stood on a glass bridge, 400 meters above the jungle, looking down at the beach where I’d been swimming an hour earlier. The water was turquoise. The sky was blue. The wind was strong enough to make the bridge sway. I held on to the railing and tried not to think about the glass under my feet.

This park is in the mountains above Yalong Bay, in Sanya. It’s not a beach, but it gives you the best view of the beach. There are walking trails through the tropical forest, a few viewpoints, and that glass bridge (the “Dragon Bridge”) that juts out over the cliff. It’s touristy—there are photo spots with fake flowers and a gift shop at the top—but the views are genuinely spectacular. On a clear day, you can see all the way to Wuzhizhou Island.

📍 Yalong Bay area, Sanya, Hainan Province
🎫 $25 (175 CNY) includes entry and shuttle bus. Glass bridge: $10 (70 CNY) extra
🕐 7:30-17:30
🚆 Take a taxi from Yalong Bay (10 minutes, $3-5 / 21-35 CNY) or take bus 15, 24, or 25 to the park entrance
⏰ Visit November-March. Go early (before 9:00) to avoid the tour bus crowds. The light is best for photos around 15:00
💡 Insider tips: The shuttle bus from the entrance to the top is included—take it, the walk is steep and hot. The glass bridge is scarier than it looks. If you’re afraid of heights, skip it and go to the “Cloudy Viewing Platform” instead—same view, solid ground. The park has a restaurant at the top that charges $12 for a basic meal—bring snacks instead. Wear sneakers, not flip-flops—the trails are uneven
A Chinese grandmother in her 70s walked across the glass bridge without holding the railing, while her grandson filmed her on his phone. She looked bored. I was clinging to the side.

6. Haitang Bay, Sanya — The One for Luxury

The beach was almost empty. I counted twelve people in a kilometer of sand. The water was flat calm, the color of jade. In the distance, the Atlantis Hotel rose out of the palm trees like a giant glass ship. I lay on a sunbed that was free because I’d bought a $3 coconut from the hotel’s beach bar.

Haitang Bay is Sanya’s new luxury strip. It’s where the big international hotels have built their resorts—Atlantis, Edition, InterContinental—and it’s quieter and more upscale than Yalong Bay. The beach is wide and clean, with soft sand and gentle waves. The swimming is excellent. The main drawback is that there’s not much to do besides swim, eat, and sleep. If that sounds like a problem, this isn’t for you.

📍 Haitang Bay, Sanya, Hainan Province
🎫 Free. Sunbeds at public access points: free. At hotels: free if you’re a guest, $15-25 (105-175 CNY) if not
🕐 24 hours
🚆 Take a high-speed train to Sanya Station. Then take a taxi (40 minutes, $20-25 / 140-175 CNY) or take bus 33 to Haitang Bay (1 hour, $1.50 / 10 CNY)
⏰ Visit November-April. Weekdays are very quiet. Avoid July-September for weather
💡 Insider tips: You can use the Atlantis Hotel’s beach even if you’re not a guest—just walk through the public beach access next to the hotel. The hotel’s aquarium is visible from the lobby for free. The best cheap food is at the “Haitang Bay Night Market” (open 18:00-23:00), about a 10-minute walk from the beach. Rent a bike to explore the coast—the path goes for kilometers. The water is warmest in October-November
I met a German couple who had been coming to Haitang Bay every year for a decade. “It’s the same every time,” the husband said. “That’s why we keep coming back.”

7. Shilaoren Beach, Qingdao — The One With Beer

I sat on the beach with a plastic bag of fresh Tsingtao beer—literally a bag, with a straw—watching the waves roll in. The beer was cold. The sand was warm. The sky was that particular shade of blue that only happens in northern China in September. A group of Chinese teenagers were playing volleyball nearby, shouting in Mandarin and laughing.

Shilaoren Beach is in Qingdao, Shandong province, on China’s east coast. It’s a city beach, not a tropical paradise, but it has its own charm. The sand is golden and clean, the water is cool and refreshing (cold, actually, unless it’s August), and the backdrop of modern apartment buildings and the distant mountains gives it a unique feel. Qingdao is famous for its beer—Tsingtao Brewery is here—and the beach culture includes drinking beer on the sand, eating grilled seafood from street stalls, and watching the sunset.

📍 Laoshan District, Qingdao, Shandong Province
🎫 Free
🕐 24 hours. Lifeguards on duty 9:00-18:00 in summer
🚆 Take a high-speed train to Qingdao Station. Then take metro Line 2 to Shilaoren Beach Station (Exit B). Walk 5 minutes east to the beach
⏰ Visit June-September for swimming. September is best—the water is still warm, the crowds have thinned, and the beer festival usually runs through early September
💡 Insider tips: Buy beer from the small shops near the beach—they sell fresh Tsingtao in plastic bags for $0.50 (3.50 CNY). The grilled squid at the stalls near the beach entrance is excellent. The beach gets crowded on summer weekends—go early or late. The north end of the beach is quieter. Don’t swim too far out—there are strong currents in some spots. The “Qingdao Beer Museum” is a 20-minute taxi ride away and worth the trip
A local guy named Li saw me struggling with my beer bag and showed me how to hold it properly—pinch the top, bite a small hole, and drink. “Chinese way,” he said, grinning.

8. Silver Beach, Beihai — The One for Budget Travelers

I walked onto Silver Beach and my feet sank into sand so fine it felt like flour. The beach stretched for kilometers in both directions, practically empty on a Tuesday in April. The water was warm and shallow—you could walk out 100 meters and still be waist-deep. A fisherman was casting a net nearby, his movements slow and practiced.

Silver Beach is in Beihai, Guangxi province, on the south coast. It’s not as famous as Sanya’s beaches, which means it’s cheaper and less crowded. The sand is unusually fine and white—it’s made of quartz, which gives it a silvery sheen in the sun. The water is clean and shallow, perfect for families or nervous swimmers. The town of Beihai is small and relaxed, with a decent night market and cheap seafood.

📍 Yinhai District, Beihai, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region
🎫 Free
🕐 24 hours. Lifeguards on duty 9:00-18:00 in summer
🚆 Take a high-speed train to Beihai Station. Then take bus 3 or 17 to Silver Beach (30 minutes, $0.50 / 3.50 CNY) or a taxi ($5 / 35 CNY)
⏰ Visit April-October. Avoid July-August if you hate crowds. May and September are perfect
💡 Insider tips: The best section of beach is at the east end, near the “Silver Beach Amusement Park” (which is mostly abandoned—ignore it). Rent a sunbed for $3-5 (21-35 CNY)—negotiate. The seafood market in Beihai city center (2km away) is cheaper than the restaurants on the beach. Try the “Beihai fried oysters”—they’re a local specialty. The water is shallow for a long way out, so it’s great for kids but boring for strong swimmers
A woman was selling grilled corn on the beach for $0.50. I bought one. It was the best corn I’ve ever eaten. I have no idea why.

9. Fenjiezhou Island — The One for Divers

I put my head under the water and saw a coral garden. Brain coral, staghorn coral, fan coral—colors I didn’t know coral came in. A school of blue-and-yellow fish swam past, close enough to touch. I surfaced, spat out my snorkel, and said, “Okay, this is worth the trip.”

Fenjiezhou Island is off the coast of Wanning, in Hainan province, about 90 minutes east of Sanya. It’s smaller and less developed than Wuzhizhou, which means fewer people and better diving. The coral is healthier here, and the marine life is more diverse. There’s a small resort on the island, but most visitors come for the day. The snorkeling and diving are the main draws, but there’s also a lighthouse you can climb and a few walking trails.

📍 Wanning, Hainan Province
🎫 Entry + ferry: $20 (140 CNY). Snorkeling: $30-50 (210-350 CNY). Scuba diving (introductory): $60-80 (420-560 CNY)
🕐 8:00-17:00 (last ferry back at 16:30)
🚆 Take a high-speed train to Wanning Station. Then take a taxi (30 minutes, $10-15 / 70-105 CNY) to the ferry terminal. Or take the “Wanning-Fenjiezhou” bus from Wanning bus station (1 hour, $1.50 / 10 CNY)
⏰ Visit March-May or October-November. The water visibility is best in these months. Avoid July-August—it’s typhoon season
💡 Insider tips: Book your diving or snorkeling in advance online—it’s cheaper and you’ll skip the line. The best snorkeling is on the east side of the island, away from the ferry dock. Bring your own mask if you have one—the rental gear is basic. The restaurant on the island is overpriced—bring a packed lunch. The lighthouse closes at 16:00. If you get seasick, take medicine before the ferry—the crossing can be rough
My dive instructor was a young guy from Sichuan who had moved to Hainan for the diving. “I saw a turtle last week,” he said. “Big one. Maybe 80 years old.” I didn’t see a turtle. I still think about it.

10. Tianya Haijiao, Sanya — The One for Sunset

I sat on a rock shaped like a turtle, watching the sun drop into the South China Sea. The sky turned orange, then pink, then purple. A Chinese couple next to me was taking wedding photos—the bride in a white dress, the groom in a suit, both standing on the rocks as the waves crashed around them. The photographer was yelling instructions in Mandarin. The couple was laughing.

Tianya Haijiao translates to “the edge of the sky and the corner of the sea.” It’s a rocky beach at the western end of Sanya Bay, famous for its bizarre rock formations—giant boulders that look like they were dropped by a giant. The most famous ones are called “The Rock of the Sky’s Edge” and “The Rock of the Sea’s Corner.” It’s touristy, yes. But the sunset is genuinely beautiful, and the rocks are weird enough to be interesting.

📍 Sanya Bay, Sanya, Hainan Province
🎫 $15 (105 CNY)
🕐 7:30-18:00 (winter), 7:00-19:00 (summer)
🚆 Take a high-speed train to Sanya Station. Then take bus 16, 21, or 25 to Tianya Haijiao (40 minutes, $1 / 7 CNY). Or take a taxi from Sanya city center ($10-15 / 70-105 CNY)
⏰ Visit November-March. Go at 16:00 to see the sunset. Weekdays are much quieter
💡 Insider tips: Don’t pay for the “VIP viewing platform”—it’s the same view as the free area. Walk to the far end of the beach (past the main rocks) for fewer people. The best photo spot is from the rocks looking west, with the sun behind the boulders. The park has a small museum about the rocks’ history—skip it. Bring water—there’s no shade and it gets hot. The beach is rocky, not sandy—wear water shoes
I watched a Chinese grandmother take a selfie with the “Rock of the Sky’s Edge” while her family waited patiently. She took 47 photos. I counted.

FAQ

1. Do I need a visa to visit these beaches? Most of these destinations are on mainland China or Hainan Island. The 144-hour visa-free transit policy applies in many cities (including Sanya, Xiamen, Qingdao) if you’re transiting through to a third country. Hainan Island has its own 30-day visa-free policy for citizens of 59 countries—check the latest list before you go. Always confirm with the Chinese embassy before booking.

2. Can I use Google Maps or WhatsApp there? No. Google Maps, WhatsApp, Instagram, Facebook, and many other Western services are blocked. You’ll need a VPN installed before you leave home. I use Astrill or ExpressVPN. For maps, download “Gaode Maps” or “Baidu Maps” (both in Chinese, but usable with translation). Apple Maps works for basic directions.

3. How do I pay for things? Cash is still accepted everywhere, but it’s getting rare. Most places prefer WeChat Pay or Alipay. You can set these up with a foreign credit card now (they changed the rules in 2024-2025). I recommend bringing a backup credit card and about $100 (700 CNY) in cash for small vendors and taxis.

4. Is it safe to swim at Chinese beaches? Generally yes, but pay attention to flags and signs. Some beaches have strong currents, especially during typhoon season (July-September). Stick to beaches with lifeguards. Don’t swim at night. The water quality varies—Sanya’s main beaches are clean, but some city beaches (like in Qingdao) can have algae blooms in summer.

5. Do people speak English at these places? In Sanya and Xiamen, some hotel and restaurant staff speak basic English. In smaller places like Weizhou Island or Beihai, almost nobody does. Download Google Translate or DeepL before you go—the offline translation feature works without internet. Learn a few phrases: “Hello” (nǐ hǎo), “Thank you” (xiè xiè), “How much?” (duō shǎo qián).

6. What should I pack? Reef-safe sunscreen (hard to find in China, bring from home), a VPN already installed on your phone, a power bank (outlets can be scarce on beaches), water shoes (many beaches are rocky), a reusable water bottle (hotel rooms have kettles to boil water), and a SIM card—I use China Unicom’s tourist SIM, available at airports.

7. When is the best time to visit these beaches overall? October-November is the sweet spot. The weather is warm but not hot, the water is still swimmable in the south, the crowds have thinned after the October holiday, and prices are lower. April-May is also good. Avoid July-August unless you like heat, humidity, rain, and crowds.

The Honest Wrap-up

This list is for the traveler who wants to see China differently—who’s willing to take a ferry to a volcanic island, eat grilled squid from a plastic stool, and get lost in alleyways that smell like jasmine and diesel. It’s not for people who want five-star resorts with swim-up bars and butler service. (If that’s you, go to the Maldives. It’s easier.)

China’s beaches aren’t the best in the world. The water isn’t as clear as Thailand’s, the sand isn’t as white as the Philippines’, and the infrastructure isn’t as developed as Bali’s. But they have something those places don’t: they’re real. You’ll see fishermen mending nets, families having picnics on the sand, old men playing chess under palm trees. You’ll eat food that was caught that morning, drink beer from a plastic bag, and watch sunsets that make you forget where you are.

Here’s the advice I’d give a friend: pick one place from this list. Spend three days there. Don’t try to see everything. Sit on the beach. Eat the street food. Talk to the old man fixing his net. Let the island do its work. You’ll leave different than you came.